How To Fix /SEHS/DG_DG254 - Could not get number from number range &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_DG -

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Could not get number from number range &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DG254 - Could not get number from number range & ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DG254 Could not get number from number range & typically indicates that the system is unable to retrieve a number from a specified number range. This can occur in various contexts, such as when creating documents, records, or transactions that require a unique identifier.
  Causes:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific object or document type may not be defined in the system.
  Number Range Exhausted: The number range may have been exhausted, meaning that all available numbers have been used up.
  Number Range Not Assigned: The number range may not be assigned to the relevant document type or object.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the number range.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the number range settings or in the related application.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check if the number range object related to the error is defined and active.
  Ensure that the number range is correctly configured and that it is assigned to the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Check Number Range Status:
  
  In the same transaction (SNRO), check the status of the number range. If it is exhausted, you may need to extend the range or create a new number range.
  You can do this by selecting the number range and checking the current number range values.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range:
  
  If the number range is not assigned to the relevant document type, you will need to assign it. This can usually be done in the customizing settings for the specific application.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific application or module you are working with for any additional configuration steps or requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SNUM: Number Range Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to number range management.
  Customizing Settings: Depending on the module (e.g., SD, MM, FI), the customizing settings may vary, so ensure you are looking in the correct area for number range assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SEHS/DG_DG254.